It’s a wrap!
The Volleyball Senior Bay Champs 2026 wrapped up on Sunday 15th March with an incredible weekend of action, effort and ŌTC pride.
Our Senior Boys A battled hard in the Final, going down to TBC – congratulations to them on the win. The boys have shown huge growth over the past few weeks and are fired up to take on the rest of NZ at Nationals, kicking off Monday 23rd March.
Our Girls A also had a fantastic campaign, finishing 4th overall and are equally excited to test themselves against the best in the country at Nationals.
Awesome results across all our teams on Finals Day Sunday 15th March:
🏐 Girls B – 11th place (2nd top B team!)
🏐 Boys B – 21st place with plenty of learnings heading into Nationals
🏐 Girls C – Outstanding 13th place, finishing with a win over Mt College B
A massive thank you to our incredible coaches and managers, the loud and loyal supporters, and of course our amazing players for representing Ōtūmoetai College with pride and truly living and breathing the ŌTC way.
Next stop: Nationals. Let’s go! 💥
What a HUGE day for ŌTC at the WAIBOP Athletics Champs! 🔥🏃♀️
We came out firing with Kate Faitl dominating the 3000m 🥇 before Daisy Ruthe lit up the track in the 800m 🥇 and Maia Basile stormed home to take the Senior 800m 🥇💨
Speed on show from Casey Miller with TWO PBs to grab silver in both the 100m & 200m 🥈🥈 while Eliza Dunn broke the 60-second barrier for a PB and bronze in the 400m 🥉👏 and Isabelle Duske backed up 4 events with a tough bronze in the Senior 400m 💪
In the field, Georgia Cook 🥉 Discus. awesome throw!
💥 Moment of the day? The Girls 1500m Intermediate… ŌTC SWEEPING THE PODIUM:
🥇 Daisy Ruthe
🥈 Kate Faitl
🥉 Mackenzie Hetherington (PB!)
Unreal scenes and a proud moment for our kura! 🙌
With 18 athletes competing and plenty of top 5 finishes, this was an epic team effort all round.
ŌTC showing up and showing out!
Summer Tournament Week is HERE
Best of luck to all of our teams competing at Summer Tournament Week.
Make sure you check out our school sports Instagram page, Facebook page and Fixtures and Results.
https://www.instagram.com/otumoetaicollegesport/
https://www.facebook.com/otumoetaicollegesports/
New Zealand Surf Lifesaving Championships
Georgia Duske, Heidi Young and Jaime Rivers competed at the New Zealand Surf Lifesaving Championship on the 5-8th March, representing Omanu Surf Lifesaving club with competition coming from all over NZ to Ohope Beach. The sport requires all athletes to be active lifeguards to be eligible to compete.
The girls raced in multiple races, in 3-4 events per day over 4 days. Georgia claimed gold in the U15 2km run, U17 Tube Rescue and U17 Board Rescue, and took home a total of 9 medals overall. Heidi won bronze in the Surf team races and had multiple top 10 finishes in both U15 and U17 events. Jaime also raced in short and long course canoe racing in the U19 category with two 4th placings. The girls efforts contributed Omanu taking the top club award on points. Heidi is now preparing to compete in the Australian Surf Lifesaving Championship in the Gold Coast later in March.
Bureta Physiotherapy 2026
We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news for our school community — ŌTC has a brand-new partnership with Bureta Physiotherapy! 🙌
This means we’ll now have a qualified physio based onsite at school, providing professional support for both students and staff. Whether it’s a sports niggle, injury recovery, or help with keeping your body feeling its best, having a physio right here makes it easier than ever to get the care you need.
How to book an appointment:
Select ŌTC as your location
Choose a time that suits you
Easy, quick, and right here at school — we can’t wait for everyone to benefit from this awesome new service! 💪
Basketball 2026 – Registration
Do you wish to play basketball at Ōtūmoetai College?
Ōtūmoetai College invites all interested students to register for the 2026 Basketball season. We are committed to providing both competitive and social playing opportunities to suit a range of abilities and experience levels.
Competitive teams opportunities will be conducting a Selection Process:
- Junior Boys A & B – Years 9 & 10
- Senior Boys A & B – Years 11, 12 & 13
- Junior Girls A – Year 9 & 10
- Senior Girls A – Years 11, 12 & 13
Selected teams will compete in the Tauranga City Basketball Association (TCBA) leagues on a Wednesday night. Further league information can be found on the TCBA website: https://taurangacitybasketball.co.nz/
Selection Process Dates & Times for Competitive Teams:
- Junior Girls, Tuesday 31st March – Lunchtime – Gym
- Senior Girls, Wednesday 1st April – Lunchtime – Gym
- Junior Boys, Monday 30th March – 5.30pm to 7pm & Tuesday 31st March 3.30pm to 5.30pm – Action Centre
- Senior Boys, Monday 30th March – 3.30pm to 5.30pm & Tuesday 31st March 5.30pm to 7.30pm – Action Centre
What to Bring
- Appropriate playing clothing
- Suitable indoor footwear
- Drink bottle
- Girls competition will be on Mondays after school & Boys on Fridays after school
- Games will be played in the Action Centre
- Teams can choose their teams mates, you need at least 7 players
This opportunity provides:
- A lower-cost alternative to TCBA social leagues (Approx. $60, instead of $150+)
- Increased accessibility for students not having to travel to Mercury Baypark on a Friday
Our aim is to ensure every student has the opportunity to participate in Basketball.
If you are interested in playing Basketball for Ōtūmoetai College, please complete the registration form linked below.
https://forms.gle/gMi72KLqnZiMdZyy9
For any enquiries, please contact:
Mr Dennis Playford
Teacher in Charge of Basketball
dplayford@otc.school.nz
We look forward to another strong season of ŌTC Basketball.
Basketball April Holiday Programme – Registrations Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that registrations are now open for our 2026 Basketball April Holiday Programme — a fantastic opportunity for young players to develop their skills, stay active, and have fun these holidays!
Venue: Ōtūmoetai College Action Centre
Dates: Tuesday 7 April – Friday 10 April
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Cost: $30 per day
Who: Primary (Year 5–6) & Intermediate (Year 7–8) students
Payment Details:
Account: 12-3194-0033970-00
Reference: Child’s Full Name / Bball Holiday
What to bring:
Food for morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea, drink bottle, and appropriate activewear & footwear.
This programme will be led by our ŌTC Sports Co-ordinator, Teacher in Charge of Basketball, and Head Coach of the Senior A Boys team — alongside our Senior A players, who will be coaching, mentoring, and playing games with participants throughout the day.
Expect a high-energy programme packed with skill development, games, and plenty of basketball action!
This initiative also supports our Senior A Boys team as they fundraise towards their BBNZ National Qualification Tournament in August — so your involvement directly contributes to their journey.
Please complete the registration form below:
If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch:
dplayford@otc.school.nz
We look forward to seeing your tamariki on the court!
Kind regards,
Ōtūmoetai College Sports Department
🏐 Calling All Netball Enthusiasts! Join the Ōtūmoetai College Coaching Team 🏐
Are you passionate about netball and helping young athletes grow? We are looking for coaches for the upcoming season at Ōtūmoetai College!
We want to create a culture where our players strive to perform their best while working constructively with others. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a supportive parent ready to give it a go, we’d love to have you.
The Game Plan:
- 🕒 Time: 1 or 2 trainings per week (flexible).
- 🏆 Game Day: Fridays at the Tauranga Netball Centre (TNC).
- ✨ The Perks: Guest Coach development sessions and ongoing support from the Sports Department.
We focus on a supportive, player-focused approach to ensure our students build skill, character, and teamwork.
Interested? Please contact our Teacher in Charge, Lara Richardson, at lrichardson@otc.school.nz to find out more or sign up!
Let’s make this a season to remember! 💚💙
Netball Registrations / Selection Process
Please click on the link below to find out all the information you need to know about Netball at ŌTC.
https://forms.gle/VyuxKtZAyoZyh28u6
Badminton – Expression of Interest
Rugby Our badminton programme offers both Competitive and Social badminton, and students may choose to participate in one or both. The competitive squads aim to develop players who will represent the school in competitions throughout the season, while the social squad provides an opportunity for students to enjoy badminton in a more relaxed and fun environment.
Students interested in the Competitive Squads will attend a selection session and be placed into ability-based groups (Yellow, Blue, or Nationals Squad) to ensure appropriate coaching and development.
Registration link below:
https://forms.gle/nJUUzdXkAjJNVC1X6
For any further questions, please contact our Teacher in Charge of Badminton Brent Smith at bnsmith@otc.school.nz.
RUGBY SEASON IS CALLING!
Rugby training kicks off Tuesday 10 February and it’s time to hit the field and get stuck in 💪
📍 School Field – every Tuesday and Thursday
🕞 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Whether you’ve got your sights set on 1st XV, U16, U14, or Girls Rugby, this is your moment — everyone’s welcome 🙌
👟 Bring your boots
👥 Bring a mate
💥 Bring the energy
Work hard, have fun, and help set the tone for a massive season ahead!
☀️ Please note: Summer sport takes priority
❓ Questions? Swing by the Sports Office or see Mr Ridgway
Let’s go 🏉🔥
Hockey Selection Process
Please find below dates and times.
Girls
Mon 30th March 4-5pm (all females)
Mon 30th March 5 – 6pm (invitational 1st and 2nd XI trials – to be advised by selection committee)
Tuesday 31st March 4 – 6pm (selection call backs – to be advised)
Boys
Wednesday 1 April 6:30 – 8pm
Boys Registration form https://forms.gle/VN4F86CZ4BUeGv478
— All Sessions at Tauranga Boys College —
Any questions please contact:
Girls – girlshockey@otc.school.nz
Boys – maldcroft@otc.school.nz
Wrestling at ŌTC
Learn to Row
Kids Back to Sport: Your go-to resource for child sports injuries
The website link below unlocks a comprehensive support for parents, health professionals, and teachers & coaches, empowering a safe return to play for injured children.
SPORT Noticeboard and Digi Screen
All your current Sport information is on the Action Centre Sports Noticeboard and Digi Screen. Location is opposite the netball court.
Ōtūmoetai College Alumni
We are looking to start an alumni of any previous students of Ōtūmoetai College – if you would like to be included, please click on the link below.
